Synthetic Leather: It Stays Soft, Wet or Dry! Sailing Angles' Gloves are synthetic leather. They stay soft when dry and breathe while drying. Their inherent toughness defies their supple feel. Norm Freeman, experienced sailor and Pan American Games US team organizer, said it succinctly, "You have the best sailing glove I have ever used, bar none!" Padded around the palm where you wrap your sheet, your hands will thank you